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Marquette Golden Eagles vs Villanova Wildcats Wrap - Villanova Wins 72-71
Jeremiah Robinson-Earl scored 17 points leading Villanova to a 72-71 victory over Marquette at Finneran Pavilion on Wednesday.
Villanova did not, however, defeat Marquette against the spread, which closed at -6.0 at most sportsbooks.
Villanova got 14 points from Collin Gillespie and another 14 points from Jermaine Samuels. Collin Gillespie contributed 4 assists, while Jeremiah Robinson-Earl cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Marquette got a 24-point performance from Markus Howard, who was supported by 14 points from Sacar Anim. Koby McEwen had 5 assists in a losing cause for Marquette, while Koby McEwen grabbed 11 rebounds.
Villanova led at halftime, $HalfScore.
The rebound battle favored Marquette as they grabbed 37 boards, while Villanova only had 36
Villanova heads into a battle against Temple. Marquette, meanwhile, will have their next action against Creighton.